What insurance plans would Saint Francis bidders take?

Possible buyers say most patients would be covered

9:40 AM,
Feb. 7, 2014

Michael Israel, CEO of Westchester Medical Center.

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While at least two bidders prepare to duke it out for the purchase of bankrupt Saint Francis Hospital, what would a change in ownership mean for consumers?

Both Health Quest, the LaGrange-based parent company of several regional hospitals, and Valhalla-based Westchester Medical Center have said they will bid for Saint Francis. Any offer to purchase the Town of Poughkeepsie hospital is due by 5 p.m. Monday. An auction would take place Thursday, the Journal has reported.

Regarding insurance, Saint Francis spokesman Jon Cohen said to his knowledge, the hospital currently takes "most if not ...